Film icon and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn once said, “As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands: one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.”

Such words have never been truer in these modern times, when much of the world continues to battle a pandemic that is still going strong nine months into the year. Unemployment is rising, debts are growing and scores of people are suffering from hardships and poverty, homelessness and lack of medical care.

There are those in need all around us, so the question at this juncture is: what can we do to help?

The seventh issue of Contact broaches this topic while also highlighting the stories of three alumni who have found their own ways to ease the burden of the vulnerable and disadvantaged. Lastly, we will share some simple tips on getting happy.

Enjoy reading!